Unwilling Guest

Cassia Rowe.

Darius and the elders were deep in discussion, the weight of the accusations hanging heavily in the air. My heart pounded in my chest as I waited, barely able to focus on the heated exchanges. Malachi kept holding my hand.

“Relax,” He murmured,

I glanced at him. “Just stay calm, okay?” he said.

“Okay.” I nodded, smiling at him. Thankfully, for his support. I felt a heated gaze on me,